Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Term Time – Liverpool & Wirral
£40,000 FTE DOE
Full-time, term time only
Community-based role with travel around Liverpool/Wirral
*To apply for this role, you must have a full UK driving licence and access to your own car*
Are you a paediatric Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in children’s lives? We are working exclusively with a paediatric occupational therapy service supporting children and young people with a wide range of developmental needs. This role is based in schools and the community, offering the chance to take ownership of your own caseloads while receiving guidance and mentorship from a highly specialist Occupational Therapist.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage your own caseload and diary, delivering assessments and interventions across community settings.
- Provide school and home-based occupational therapy support, liaising with parents, SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals.
- Conduct assessments for a wide range of conditions, including sensory processing difficulties, dyspraxia, autism spectrum condition, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome.
- Supervise newly qualified Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and student placements.
- Support and model high standards of practice, contributing to service development and team growth.
Skills & Experience
- Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration and RCOT membership
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in paediatric occupational therapy
- Strong clinical reasoning and confidence in assessment, intervention planning, and professional reporting
- Experience building effective relationships with children, young people, families, and multi-disciplinary teams
- Commitment to ongoing CPD and reflective practice
Benefits
- Flexible, supportive working environment with team peer support
- Allocated time for CPD and professional development
- Paid Christmas shutdown with 30 days annual leave
- Mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile
- Private healthcare plan
- Exposure to a diverse, rewarding caseload in schools and community settings
Contact Details
To apply, please contact Jenny Marr on 0161 672 3174 or email your CV to jmarr@compassltd.co.uk
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Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. Successful referrals will receive a £500 voucher or charitable donation following completion of probation.